Modeled after 75,000 seating capacity Allianz stadium in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, Akwa-Ibom state, Nigeria, is unarguably one of the prides of the nation.
Since completion in 2014, the 30,000 seater stadium has become the venue for almost all national and International sporting events in Nigeria. From indication, this project initially criticised by most as "White Elephant", looks like it has good prospects for the nation since the Nigerian national team has won most of the matches played there.
Moreso, advertisements around the football pitch from major companies like Guinness, IGI, Malta Guiness etc...as seen in the picture below, stipulates alternative source of revenue for Akwa-Ibom State.
There is need for state administrators to emulate this, and embark on such projects that will continue to generate additional revenue for their respective states long after they left office, boost the economy and enhance the image of the country internationally. (who wouldn't think well of Nigeria after seeing this on air or visiting this stadium)
A commendable project by the ex-Governor of Akwa-Ibom state, Godswill Akpabio.
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